Is it safe to use on a small dog like a terrier maltese mix? I would like to use it to train her on walks, since she pulls A LOT. Thanks.
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they can be used on any breed for training but a smaller diameter leash should be used on smaller breeds.
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I have a Yorkie. Leash A+ (Always having dog attended) Best of quality - easy on dog and pet owner...comfy, soft and gentle but maximum control on pet. Highly recommend.
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Hi there, I like it a lot. I am a volunteer at the humane society and I use it on all the dogs I am walking and training with. Big, heavy dogs to even puppies. Have fun and thanks for asking, Chris
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I think it's fine to use with a large breed. I have a 8lb maltese. If your dog is trained to just go on the "grass pad" it should be fine. Some dogs like to be completely on the grass and go on circle first before they go- if that's the case you might need to buy a bigger one.
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Hi, I have a "mut" that is supposedly quite a mix; Akida, Wire Haired Datshund and American Bassethound and Doberman...well, he is 9 months, 50 lbs and SO SWEET. I have been training him since 3 months to be a service dog that can go into hospitals. Elderly, Sick Children and Chemo patients. The most important part of his training is to "heel" ALWAYS on my command. He is still a puppy and although pretty amazing...he tugs away at another dog...sometimes a blowing leave!! I tried a few collars/harnesses and leashes and this is the one I like best. It is EASY on/off. I HATE those metal "choke" collars, I don't care what the reviews say...they hurt!! This collar takes a little toll on your hands if your dog is strong but..I think the humanity of it is worth it. One quick tug and strong voice of discipline has been working for me. As a matter of fact..I just bought a few to give out at our dog park to some new doggie friends! I hope this helps. How much does your dog weigh?
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Easy walk harness? Great for dogs that pull when you walk.. Not designed to train loose leash walking or heeling... I think it is a bit restrictive and I would not want my dog running with it. It really is just best for helping people control dogs that pull too hard on walks and don't have time or ability to train loose leash or heeling behaviors.
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We have a Maltese and a small mix dog we use them on both are under 10 lbs and there is no problem. The collar beeps at them as they get close to the underground wire and they learn pretty quick what happens if they cross it. The only bad thing is the collar is pretty long for small dogs so you will either need to cut the strap to shorten it or use some electrical tape to fold it up and make it shorter it needs to fit close enough to the neck that they can feel the shock of the prongs.
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I have a lab and she responds very well to this collar. Our trainer said it's more like a reminder for the dogs. It's not meant to hurt them. But I'm sure if you have to keep tugging at it then eventually your dog would catch on. Our trainer suggested a little leash, it's like 12" long that we connect to it. So we actually pull the little pink leash that's connected to the collar. That way our dog isn't wearing a really long walking leash in the house and it's easier to guide your dog to listen instead of having to grab the chain. The triangle part of the chain goes on the top. With a little patience and consistency I think this collar would help. I have a lab and she responds very well to this collar. Our trainer said it's more like a reminder for the dogs. It's not meant to hurt them. But I'm sure if you have to keep tugging at it then eventually your dog would catch on. Our trainer suggested a little leash, it's like 12" long that we connect to it. So we actually pull the little pink leash that's connected to the collar. That way our dog isn't wearing a really long walking leash in the house and it's easier to guide your dog to listen instead of having to grab the chain. The triangle part of the chain goes on the top. With a... » Read More I have a lab and she responds very well to this collar. Our trainer said it's more like a reminder for the dogs. It's not meant to hurt them. But I'm sure if you have to keep tugging at it then eventually your dog would catch on. Our trainer suggested a little leash, it's like 12" long that we connect to it. So we actually pull the little pink leash that's connected to the collar. That way our dog isn't wearing a really long walking leash in the house and it's easier to guide your dog to listen instead of having to grab the chain. The triangle part of the chain goes on the top. With a little patience and consistency I think this collar would help. « Show Less
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The collar can be adjusted, easily. Your Maltese is much smaller than my dog that I use this collar on, mine weighs in at appx. fifty or more lbs. I think you will be able to make it work for you & our little friend. :) Good luck... :)
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Maybe you can ask again and see what the weight is. That seemed to be the problem for our dog. It is a big chunk of solid. I gave my away to a friend with a bigger dog, or I'd check for you. It was too heavy for out 9# maltese. Robert is right -- it's not too expensive, so if it works, you'd have a great toy, and if it doesn't, it wasn't a big investment, and you could gift elsewhere.
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Is it safe to use for tethering a dog to a seatbelt using the back ring? I don't believe this product was ever designed for that purpose. The straps are not that wide, so if the dog were to be restrained during an accident, I don't imagine that it would feel too good for the dog. My answer for that would have to be NO. I will say, that the intended purpose for use with dogs that pull has worked wonderfully for my 9 month old boxer dog. Of course, having an excellent trainer direct us didn't hurt either, but this harness is comfortable for dogs and works. I would definitely recommend this harness and proper positive reinforcement techniques together to correct pulling.
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it gives out a loud high pitched squeal to warn them first and then if they keep it up, on the second time they do it it sends out a small shock.. I wouldn't use one on a little dog, but I have a 120lb. German Shepherd so, It worked great.. it completely broke her of the barking for no reason very quickly.. I would guess it depends on how smart the dog is whether they can figure out its from the barking that there getting a jolt from.. I hope that helps.
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I Have A 74Lb Dog. I Don't ThiNk I Would Use This On A Smaller dog.I Use The Tone And VibratE. I Used The 1Setting A Few Times For Correction. I Used The 2 Setting Once And It Hurt My 74Lb Dog. Basically My Dog Gets Tone And Vibrate And Thats It. I Use To Have Yorkies, I Would Never Have Use This In Them. Its Way To Big And Can't Imagine The Zap It Would Give A Small Dog, When It Made My Big Dog Cower To The Zap And Yelp.My Dog Never Ran Toward The Road Again But I Felt Horrible.
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Way to big for your dogs. You will need the lightest smallest link they make. Also I recommend a trainer to show you how to apply and use the collar properly. If in the wrong hands it can cause harm and not work. Being trainer I can say that it is a wonderful tool if used correctly.
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I would not use it on such a small dog. My lab is 75 pounds and I only use the collar on the first setting and he responds well to that but if I go any higher it is to much for him. Every dog is different but I would stray away to find a less intense collar.
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no-never; I have used this with 2 different dogs - 1 older and small and the other large and young. No problem.
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Probably. My terrier seemed to be at the high end (15 lbs) of small so I got medium and it's a little big which means you can only tighten it so much. Also, it didn't really work for my terrier. He pulls too much. It's great for my other dog though and he really seems to like it. Just FYI, it is possible for the dog to get loose from the harness if you run into one of those crazy situations with other dogs or other distractions.
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Hi MH, There are a few things to consider. Is your dog strong enough to pull you out of the chair. If so, I wouldn't recommend this. Or is the dog capable of controlling your chair speed and possibly endangering you? If the dog is smaller and not one to pull then I think this is an excellent choice! The length of the leash is adjustable and could be used in a chair. I just wouldn't want you hurt. It does take core strength with a pulling dog like mine. Let us know how it goes!
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usually it works very well. Chances could be that the other dogs wanted to play OR saw her as small animal prey. The dog it was originally bought for is a little pitbull mix, about 40 lbs and it really scares him and he stops the minute he sees it. Other dogs seem put off by it too ... certainly worth buying to try it.